This is a Maneki Neko -- a "Lucky Cat."
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In the 17th century, there was a rundown and poverty-stricken temple in Tokyo.
The temple's priest was very poor, but he shared what little food he had
with his pet cat, Tama.

One day, a wealthy and important man was caught in a storm while hunting
and he took refuge under a big tree near the temple. While he waited for
the storm to pass, the man noticed a cat beckoning him to come inside the
temple gate. This was so startling that he left the shelter of the tree to
have a closer look at this unusual cat. At that moment, the tree was struck
by lighting.

As a result, the wealthy man became friends with the poor priest, and the
temple became prosperous. The priest and his cat never went hungry again.

When Tama died he was buried in the Goutokuji Temple's cat cemetery with
respect and love, and the Maneki Neko was made in honor of him. A Maneki
Neko in your home or place of business is said to bring in good luck and
visitors.